Hi Michelle! Welcome to planDisney. I’m so glad you stopped by with your question. Let’s make sure your Disney day is as magical (and efficient!) as possible.
Great call on using the
Lightning Lane Multi Pass to help you maximize your time in the parks! You can purchase both the Lightning Lane Multi Pass and
Lightning Lane Single Pass as soon as you scan into your first theme park of the day. That said, prices for both options may vary daily, so it may be worth purchasing the Multi Pass as an
add-on to your ticket ahead of time to lock in the rate. If you prefer to purchase it on the day of your visit, just open the
Disneyland app after scanning into either Disneyland or Disney California Adventure. You’ll see the option to purchase right at the top of the app’s home screen. It’s super easy to find!
To make the most of your Lightning Lane reservations, I suggest grabbing the most popular attractions first thing in the morning. Think Space Mountain, Indiana Jones Adventure, and the brand-new Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. There’s something extra magical about riding those fan favorites in the golden glow of a Disneyland summer sunrise, plus, wait times are usually shortest earlier in the day.
Here’s one more Lightning Lane Q-Tip for you: You can potentially hold more than one Lightning Lane reservation at a time. Once you’ve booked your first return time, you can make another either after you’ve tapped into that first attraction or two hours after booking, whichever comes first. For example, if you reserve a 4:00 p.m. return time for Matterhorn Bobsleds at 9:00 a.m., you can still grab a spot for Haunted Mansion starting at 11:00 a.m. without losing that Matterhorn slot. I like to set a quick alarm or reminder on my phone to keep me on track. It’s my favorite way to stay ahead of the magic!
If you're visiting during the summer months, don’t miss the return of the Paint the Night parade, or the chance to cool down with a late-night ride on Grizzly River Run. There’s nothing like a splashy adventure to beat the Anaheim heat!
Enjoy your upcoming visit, Michelle. You’re one step closer to the ultimate Disney summer day!
Happy adventuring,
David